Malina and Alize discovered that their 85-year-old neighbor allegedly sexually abused their young daughters. Following the disclosure, the LAPD investigated the allegations and arrested Simon Verastegui, who is now charged with continuous sexual abuse of a child under 14.
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Mothers Malina Chandler and Alize Ostalaza discovered that their 85-year-old neighbor allegedly sexually abused their young daughters for nearly a year in their apartment complex's play area.
Malina and Alize discovered that their 85-year-old neighbor allegedly sexually abused their young daughters. Following the disclosure, the LAPD investigated the allegations and arrested Simon Verastegui, who is now charged with continuous sexual abuse of a child under 14.
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U.S. District Judge Sunshine S. Sykes ordered the government to make sweeping changes to medical care, sanitation, food, recreation, disability accommodations and visitation.
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One home burned after a small brush fire ignited in Eagle Rock.
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